Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Elbow Macaroni Salad, Elbow Macaroni
Smart & Final Iris CorporationWhole Grain Pasta
Fresh & EasyComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Elbow Macaro... | Whole Grain ... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 36.0g | 41.0g |
| Sugars | 9.0g | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 4.0g |
| Protein | 5.0g | 7.0g |
| Fat | 9.0g | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Elbow Macaroni Salad, Elbow Macaroni
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Nutritional Labels
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Elbow Macaroni Salad, Elbow Macaroni
Serving size 140.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 27.0g of carbohydrates not detailed in USDA data
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
INGREDIENTS:
COOKED ELBOW MACARONI (DURUM WHEAT SEMOLINA, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE [IRON], THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SALAD DRESSING (WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, FRUCTOSE, CORN SYRUP, VINEGAR, EGG YOLKS, FOOD STARCH-MODIFIED, SALT, MUSTARD [DISTILLED VINEGAR, WATER, MUSTARD SEED, SALT, TURMERIC, PAPRIKA, SPICES], CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA [ADDED TO PROTECT FLAVOR]), WATER, CELERY, SWEET PICKLE RELISH (CURED CUCUMBERS, SUGAR, WATER, DISTILLED VINEGAR, SALT, SWEET PICKLE EMULSION, CELERY SEED, MUSTARD SEED, XANTHAN GUM, SODIUM BENZOATE [AS PRESERVATIVE], TURMERIC), SUGAR, YELLOW ONION, CARROTS, RED PEPPERS (PEPPERS, WATER, CITRIC ACID, SALT), SALT, SODIUM BENZOATE AND POTASSIUM SORBATE (AS PRESERVATIVES), XANTHAN GUM, ONION SALT (SALT, ONION POWDER), SPICE, CELERY SALT (SALT, GROUND CELERY SEEDS).
Whole Grain Pasta
Serving size 56.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 35.0g of carbohydrates not detailed in USDA data
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
INGREDIENTS:
WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, DURUM WHEAT SEMOLINA, DURUM WHEAT FLOUR.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Ingredient Analysis
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Data Quality
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
The key difference is in their blood sugar impact: Elbow Macaroni Salad, Elbow Macaroni has a BSI of 70.8 while Whole Grain Pasta has a BSI of 72.0. Elbow Macaroni Salad, Elbow Macaroni has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Elbow Macaroni Salad, Elbow Macaroni appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 70.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Elbow Macaroni Salad, Elbow Macaroni contains 25.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Whole Grain Pasta contains 73.2g per 100g. Elbow Macaroni Salad, Elbow Macaroni has 47.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Elbow Macaroni Salad, Elbow Macaroni provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 7.1g in Whole Grain Pasta. Whole Grain Pasta provides 7.1g more fiber, which can help slow glucose absorption.
Use this comparison to make informed substitutions in your meals. The food with the lower BSI score will generally have less impact on your blood sugar. Consider pairing higher-impact foods with protein or fiber to help moderate blood glucose response.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the pasta by shape & type category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.